Patent Attorney

Smiths Group; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking an experienced Intellectual Property Counsel to join their team hybridly based at their Hemel HQ and London Blackfriars. This role is pivotal in protecting and maximising the value of intellectual property assets. Candidates should be qualified Patent Attorneys with at least 2 years of experience, capable of conducting freedom to operate analyses, managing patent applications, and supporting R&D teams. A collaborative and inclusive environment awaits, with excellent career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent training opportunities

Flexible benefits for lifestyle support

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• At least 2 years post-qualification experience as a Patent Attorney.
• Experience with patent filing, prosecution, and IP transactional work.
• Ability to effectively manage time and workload.

Responsibilities

• Counsel R&D teams to protect intellectual property globally.
• Conduct freedom to operate analyses for new product risks.
• Monitor competitor IP activity to inform patent strategy.
• Draft patent applications to secure protection aligned with business goals.
• Support Legal & Business Affairs as needed.

Skills

Qualified Patent Attorney

Patent filing and prosecution

Freedom to operate analysis

IP transactional work

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Tools

Legal Tracker billing system

Ipendo IP Management System

Job description

We're seeking an experienced Intellectual Property Counsel (Patent Attorney In-House)to join our team hybridly based at our Hemel HQ & London Blackfriars sites where you will play a pivotal role in protecting and maximising the value of our intellectual property assets.

Duties include:

• Counsel and support R&D teams of the Smiths Detection and Smiths Interconnect divisions to protect companys intellectual property worldwide.
• Conduct comprehensive freedom to operate analyses to assess potential risks and opportunities for new product development.
• Support compliance with legal obligations concerning the use of Open Source Software (OSS).
• Monitor competitor intellectual property activity and market trends to inform patent strategy and identify potential licensing opportunities.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications to secure robust intellectual property protection in alignment with business objectives.
• Assist with Legal & Business Affairs department projects as required.

Qualifications:

• Qualified Patent Attorney with at least 2 years post qualification.
• Experience in patent filing and prosecution, freedom to operate and IP transactional work.
• Ability to work effectively under time and workload pressure.

Desirable but not essential:

• Degree in electrical and electronics engineering or similar.
• Experience supporting the growth of a digital business including Proof of Concept and SaaS subscription agreements and software licence agreements.
• Knowledge of Legal Tracker billing system and Ipendo IP Management System.

Additional Information:

Join us and well help build your career with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business both locally and globally. You'll experience an inclusive environment with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You'll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing financial andlifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate support and embrace diversity.

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Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time